The empress asks for custody of Consort Xi's child.

The Grand Empress Dowager watched her grandson tongue-tied at his accusations while clenching her hand in heartbreak. The nanny beside her finally spoke up on her behalf when she saw her condition. "Your Majesty, Her Highness just wanted to talk you, not supervise you. She had been sending messages to your palace but there have been no reply so she decided to attend court today."

The emperor still had no changes in expression after he had heard her explanation and hummed in response instead. "I see. Since that's the case, then I will not be staying then. Please excuse me."

The Grand Dowager finally stood up in agitation and frustration to stop the emperor from leaving. "Wenkui, are you really going to severe our family bond so easily?! Is that what you truly want?"